Psychological Evaluation
/ˌsaɪkəˈlɑːdʒɪkəl ˌɛvəˈluːˌeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A structured process by which a mental health professional assesses an individual's psychological state, often to inform legal decisions such as competency, custody, or sentencing.
The court ordered a psychological evaluation to determine the defendant's fitness to stand trial.
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- psychological evaluations
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Commentary
In legal contexts, psychological evaluations must adhere to evidentiary standards and are distinct from general clinical assessments due to their forensic application.
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